Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Bahnhofpl | Dortmund Hauptbahnhof | No tags | ||||
| Train | Bahnhofpl | Dortmund Hauptbahnhof | No tags | ||||
| Train | Bahnhofpl | Dortmund Hauptbahnhof | No tags | ||||
| Train | Bahnhofpl | Dortmund Hauptbahnhof | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn | Train | Aachen Central Train Station | Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund | No tags |
Compare 3 ways to travel from Aachen to Dortmund
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Dortmund. The journey takes about 1 hour 50 minutes and with fares starting at just R 144, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Aachen to Dortmund by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Aachen to Dortmund?
The cheapest train tickets from Aachen to Dortmund start from R 354. The average price for this train route is around R 610. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Aachen to Dortmund?
The average train journey time from Aachen to Dortmund is 2h 2m, covering a distance of 127 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2h 2m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Aachen to Dortmund route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 1 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Aachen to Dortmund?
The earliest train from Aachen to Dortmund departs at 07:07. And the latest train departs at 19:39.
Which is the best train operator from Aachen to Dortmund?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Aachen to Dortmund?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Aachen to Dortmund?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Aachen to Dortmund?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Aachen to Dortmund was searched and found on 13 Dec 2025 with a price of R 144To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Aachen to Dortmund as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 144 to R 144 for a train ticket from Aachen to Dortmund based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 144, which is on 2025-12-13.
